AN 18-year-old man from Dorchester has been arrested on suspicion of driving offences after crashing a car late last night at Whitcombe.

Two fire crews from Dorchester and Dorset Police responded to reports of an overturned car at around 10.10pm on Saturday evening.

A black Ford Focus registered to a local keeper from Dorchester was involved in the collision.

Three people were in the car and sustained minor injuries. One person was taken to hospital following the crash.

An 18-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of driving offences.

A spokesperson for Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said 'all occupants were clear of the vehicle on arrival'.

Firefighters made the scene safe and assisted paramedics on scene with casualty care.

Dorset Police said the incident took place on 'the straight between Whitcombe and Broadmayne'. The road has since cleared.